Lipodissolve is significantly different than liposuction. For one, Lipodissolve is not a surgical procedure and general anesthesia is not needed. This is a simple, outpatient procedure, with minimal / no recovery time. Other than the obvious differences in performing the procedure, the results are also significantly different.

The procedure is performed using a very thin needle, typically 4 to 6 mm- about the size of a small mosquito. The medication is injected just underneath the skin into the fatty layer of the skin. The procedure has been described as “mildly uncomfortable” by many patients.